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| MPG - City | 17 - 23 MPG | 19 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 27 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.3 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 375 - 523 hp | 375 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,603 lbs | 7,700 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 194.3 in | 205.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 79.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The BMW X5 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X5 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the BMW X5 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
The BMW X5 is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
If you go with the BMW X5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.
Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the BMW X5.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.
Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
The BMW X5 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The BMW X5 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.